Scrutiny

Solo exhibition based on the Azaria Chamberlain case. William Mora Galleries, Melbourne Australia 1989.

I was moved to create this series based on the Azaria Chamberlain case, one of the most famous trials in recent Australian history, involving the disappearance of baby Azaria and the subsequent murder trial of her parents. The Australian public was divided in its attitude, and the trial and media coverage were likened to a witch-hunt. Ultimately, years later after Lindy Chamberlain had been found guilty and imprisoned, new evidence was found that supported the Chamberlain’s unwavering assertion that a dingo had taken their baby. It was one of the greatest miscarriages of justice and a full pardon and apology were given to the Chamberlain family.